Workplace noise is one of the most common occupational health hazards. It can affect anyone exposed to too much noise . If you have to raise your voice to be understood by someone standing nearby, it is probably too loud.

Know how to protect your hearing. If you’re not sure, get an assessment conducted at your workplace.

Worksafe BC have a number of resources such as How Loud Is It? - A series of handouts listing typical noise exposures in a variety of industries, as well as off the job noise levels.